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The potato harvest in the Bamyan province of Afghanistan is expected to reach 370.000 tons this year
October 08, 2019
Potato harvest in the Bamyan province of Afghanistan to reach 370.000 tons
The Afghan Ministry of Agriculture Irrigation and Livestock (MAIL) has revealed that the potato harvest in the Bamyan Province would reach up to 370,000 tons this year.
Afghan farmers work at a potato farm in Bamyan province, central Afghanistan, Oct. 23, 2018. The picturesque Bamiyan province with it
October 25, 2018
Afghan Bamiyan people turn to potato-growing to make a living
The picturesque Bamiyan province with its beautiful landscape has been a popular tourist destination in the conflict-ridden Afghanistan over the past decades, and growing potatoes in recent years has added to Bamiyan's natural charm.
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Geared to the purchasing power of people in Afghanistan - among the world’s poorest countries - Mr. Kachaloo Potato Chips come in bags containing as little as 15 grams at a price of 5 Afghani, or about 7 US cents.
January 14, 2018
Afghanistan: Demand for local Mr. Kachaloo Potato Chips exceeds production capacity
A startup in Afghanistan is working hard to produce its Mr. Kachaloo Potato Chips, mostly by hand. The company currently sells two tonnes of potato crisps a month - but they could sell more...
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Potato field in Bamyan province, Afghanistan taken in July 2012 (Courtesy: TripAdvisor)
November 12, 2017
Potato production in Bamyan, Afghanistan increases 15 percent to 350,000 tonnes this year
Bamyan, the largest potato producing province in Afghanistan, produced 350,000 tons this year, an increase of 15 percent compared to last year.
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Collecting potatoes in Afghanistan
November 23, 2015
Afghan Agriculture Ministry builds 500 additional potato storages in Bamyan
The Afghan Ministry of Agriculture has funded construction of over 500 potato storages for farmers in Bamyan province.
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Afghanistan could be self-sufficient in potatoes with proper storage facilities
March 25, 2014
Afghanistan could be self-sufficient in potatoes with proper storage facilities
Afghanistan would be self-sufficient in potato if proper cultivation and storage strategies were introduced in central Bamyan province, according to an official.
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New Zealand funds potato grading and sorting machine in Afghanistan
October 06, 2013
New Zealand funds potato grading and sorting machine in Afghanistan
A potato grading and sorting machine has been set up in Bamyan, which is the main supplier of potatoes to Afghanistan’s population.
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August 29, 2012
Global Foodservice Traffic had its Ups and Downs in Q1 2012
Global foodservice traffic in the first quarter of 2012 reflected each geography’s mood and economy, according to The NPD Group, a leading market research company. NPD’s foodservice market research finds that restaurant and foodservice visits increase...
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September 08, 2010
US Potatoes featured in Vietnam
Immediately following the opening of Vietnam to US fresh potatoes, local trade and consumers were given the opportunity to learn about and taste US table-stock potatoes.On July 20th US potatoes were featured at a reception held at the New World Hotel ...
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May 18, 2010
Could Taurine help reduce acrylamide in French Fries?
Taurine, the ingredient most famously linked to energy drinks, may help reduce levels of acrylamide in foods, suggests new research from Korea.French fries exposed to a taurine solution prior to frying contained 96 per cent less acrylamide than control...
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JBT Corporation Announces Major FoodTech Order Totaling $6.1 Million
JBT Corporation (NYSE: JBT) announced today that its JBT FoodTech business has signed a $6.1 million contract to supply freezing solutions for a new plant in Hau Giang province, Vietnam. The contract is with Minh Phu Seafood Joint Stock Company (MPC).
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January 05, 2010
KMC responds to the interest from its Iranian customers
KMC is responding to the increasing interest from Iranian customers to our range of potato based products by joining hands with the leading Iranian trading and investment company – Arsha Pouyeh Trade and Investment Co.Arsha Pouyeh has a very high comme...
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